Tube Type/Collection Container: Dual rayon swab culturette for throat specimen if collected for Group A Strep Ag also, or Eswab can be used for all sites.

Collection Volume: Swab

Cause for rejection: -

Storage: Ambient

Availability: Daily

Methodology: Culture

Special Instructions: These specimens are cultured for Group A Streptococcus only! Orders must state specific site of specimen. If patient has a positive Group A Antigen test, a Strep culture is not necessary. Antibiotic sensitivities will be performed only on non-respiratory sites.

TAT: 48 hours

Lab/Phone: 330-543-8412

Additional Info: Preliminary report available after 24 hours

Transport specimens to processing area of the laboratory in an appropriate container. Additional information is available from Cindy Maurer at (330)543-8689.